Primary

We provide an innovative and nurturing co-educational primary school program. We cater to the individual needs and competencies of each student through a strong core program, supplemented by our individual student programs while upholding the traditions and values of Ivanhoe Grammar School.

THE PROGRAM

From Foundation through to Year 6, teachers at Buckley House and the Primary at Plenty Campus work collaboratively to design a cohesive, sequential program grounded in current research and a shared understanding of how children learn. Learning is carefully planned and taught to ensure clarity, consistency and purposeful progression for all students.

Our classroom programs are built on explicit instruction and thoughtfully designed learning experiences. Teachers clearly model new learning, guide students through practice and provide opportunities for consolidation, ensuring every student is supported to succeed and develop confidence as a learner.

From Foundation to Year 2, students are supported in their literacy learning through InitiaLit, a structured approach that builds strong foundations in reading, writing and spelling.
Learning across the Primary Years is structured around the eight learning areas of the Australian Curriculum: English, Mathematics, Science, Health and Physical Education, Humanities and Social Sciences, The Arts, Technologies and Languages. Knowledge, skills and understanding are developed in a purposeful and progressive way across each year level.

A strong emphasis is placed on social and emotional learning, recognising its vital role in students’ wellbeing and overall development. We provide targeted support and enrichment opportunities to meet the diverse needs, strengths and interests of our students.

Technology is embedded across the Primary Years as a tool to support learning, creativity and communication. Through a one-to-one iPad program, students use technology to collaborate, create, research and present, while developing the skills needed to be responsible and safe digital citizens.

Assessment and monitoring of student progress occur regularly throughout the Primary Years. Assessment is used primarily to inform teaching and improve student learning, allowing teachers to respond to individual needs and report clearly and accurately to families on student progress and achievement.

The Out of School Hours Care Program

The Out of School Hours Care Program is outsourced by the school and is organised and coordinated by Camp Australia. The program is available to all students from ELC 4 to Year 6. After School Care is available at our Primary campuses. It is an extension of Ivanhoe Grammar School, providing children with a safe environment in which they can explore and play and provides time for homework, time to relax, educational activities and a healthy snack.